Butter Garlic Shrimp with Lemon
A vibrant and aromatic seafood dish, this Lemon Garlic Shrimp delivers bold flavor in a single skillet and comes together in less than ten minutes with a rich, buttery citrus-garlic sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 lemon both zested and juiced
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley finely chopped
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 1 pound jumbo or large shrimp peeled and deveined
Instructions
- Gently pat the shrimp dry using paper towels and evenly coat with paprika, salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
- In a large skillet set over medium-high heat, melt the butter together with the olive oil. Once hot, add the minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes. Sauté briefly, stirring constantly, until aromatic, approximately 30 seconds.
- Add the prepared shrimp to the skillet. Cook while stirring occasionally until the shrimp turns opaque and is cooked through, about 3 to 5 minutes.
- Take the skillet off the heat. Stir in the lemon zest and juice, then sprinkle with chopped parsley. Serve immediately.
Notes
Leftovers should be stored in an airtight container and refrigerated for up to 3–4 days.
To reheat, use a skillet over medium heat and warm the shrimp quickly to maintain its texture and avoid overcooking.
To reheat, use a skillet over medium heat and warm the shrimp quickly to maintain its texture and avoid overcooking.